US Weekly Headlines: Policy Change and Government Shutdown
This week, Washington continues to scramble amidst the prolonged government shutdown, with new developments including policy changes for Pentagon officials and imposed tariffs.
Trump Imposes Tariffs and Ceases Aid to Colombia
President Donald Trump announced that the US will eliminate assistance to Colombia and enact tariffs on its exports, citing the country's alleged failure to stop drug production.
Trump referred to Colombia's leader Gustavo Petro as "an illegal drug leader" who is "low-rated and very unpopular."
Trump also stated that Colombia has "no fight against the drugs" and is a "drug manufacturing machine" with "a lunatic" for a president.
Key Developments
- Policy changes for Pentagon officials aim to eliminate miscommunication with Congress.
- Government shutdown continues with no end in sight.
- New tariffs to be imposed on Colombia's exports starting October.
Author's summary: Trump imposes tariffs on Colombia amidst government shutdown.